Excellent
#748 of 9,539 schools in CA
Top 8% in state
Monterey Hills Elementary
Elementary School · South Pasadena Unified
1624 Via del Rey, South Pasadena, CA 91030
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
584
Student-Teacher
23.4:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
California schools
#748 of 9,539
In South Pasadena
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 5
South Pasadena Unified
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Monterey Hills Elementary
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About Monterey Hills Elementary
Monterey Hills Elementary is a public elementary school in South Pasadena, CA, part of South Pasadena Unified. Monterey Hills Elementary serves approximately 584 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 23.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Monterey Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #748 of 9,539 schools in CA.
Structured state assessment records for Monterey Hills Elementary show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- CA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
Monterey Hills Elementary runs 23.4:1 students to teachers, above the national average. That often means bigger classes. Ask how the school supports kids who need extra help, and whether there are teaching assistants or small-group time.
Score Breakdown
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Monterey Hills Elementary — Students at Monterey Hills Elementary score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CA CAASPP (2023-24)
Based on 30 test records from CA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.8/10.
How Monterey Hills Elementary Compares
See how Monterey Hills Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1624 Via del Rey, South Pasadena, CA 91030
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Monterey Hills Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sierra Vista Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), which scores slightly higher. Another option is San Pascual Elem Sci Tech Engr Arts And Math (STEAM) Magnet (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Los Angeles), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Arroyo Vista Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in South Pasadena, see our South Pasadena schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 91030 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,105
Median Home Value
$1,545,100
Median Rent
$2,218/mo
Population
26,297
College Educated
72.7%
Homeownership
44%
Avg Commute
30.2 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
40.3
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| Argonne Elementary San Francisco, CA | 8.6 |
| Audubon Elementary Foster City, CA | 8.6 |
| Benjamin Franklin Elementary Glendale, CA | 8.6 |
| Brookhaven Elementary Placentia, CA | 8.6 |
| Buena Terra Elementary Buena Park, CA | 8.6 |
| C. B. Eaton Elementary Cupertino, CA | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Monterey Hills Elementary
What grades does Monterey Hills Elementary serve?
Monterey Hills Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Monterey Hills Elementary?
Monterey Hills Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 584 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Monterey Hills Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Monterey Hills Elementary is 23.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Monterey Hills Elementary rank in CA?
Monterey Hills Elementary ranks #748 of 9,539 schools in CA.
What is Monterey Hills Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Monterey Hills Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Monterey Hills Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Monterey Hills Elementary has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Monterey Hills Elementary a charter school?
No, Monterey Hills Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Monterey Hills Elementary a Title I school?
No, Monterey Hills Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Monterey Hills Elementary?
16.4% of students at Monterey Hills Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 584
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 23.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Los Angeles County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.8%
- Phone
- (626) 441-5860
Resources & Links
District
South Pasadena Unified- District Enrollment
- 4,687
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $15,404
- District Rank
- #2 of 5
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